Al Forno And Johanne Killeen's Grilled Pizza

Instructions

1. 1

   Dissolve the yeast in the warm water with the sugar. After 5 minutes stir in the salt, johnnycake meal, whole-wheat flour, and oil.

2. 2

   Gradually add the white flour, stirring until a stiff dough forms. Knead on a floured board for several minutes until smooth and shiny.

3. 3

   Transfer to an oiled bowl, brush the top of the dough with olive oil, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, 1.5 to 2 hours.

4. 4

   Punch down the dough, knead once more, and let rise again for 40 minutes. Punch down, then divide into 4 balls. Let balls rise at room temperature for 45 minutes.

5. 5

   Prepare a hot charcoal fire with the grill rack 3 to 4 inches above the coals. Set out topping ingredients.

6. 6

   Place one dough ball on an oiled inverted baking sheet. Turn dough to coat with oil, then spread into a 10- to 12-inch circle, 1/8-inch thick.

7. 7

   Lift the dough by its corners and drape onto the grill. Within a minute the underside will stiffen and grill marks will appear. Flip the crust over to the coolest part of the grill.

8. 8

   Brush the grilled surface with olive oil. Spread cheese and tomatoes quickly. Slide back over the fire and grill until the bottom is crisp. Garnish with parsley and basil.